Five Point Ascent
Objective:
Learn how to safely descend and ascend using the five point method
Value:
This skill will enable you and your buddy to be in sync on your ascents and descents
Steps to Perform:
STELAR
- Signal - signal your buddy you are OK to ascend
- Time - check the time to know how long your dive has been [many computers will make this easier]
- Elevate & Elongate - elongate your body, placing your hand over your head, and elevate your BCD deflator hose [finger on deflate, NOT inflate]
- Look Up - look for anything or anyone above you and be prepared to adjust as you go up to avoid them
- Ascend - begin your ascent
- Rotate - don't forget to rotate around and look in all directions, especially for oncoming things like boats
Video Demo:
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